The question now is -- what makes the most sense in the timing?
The top three picks are listed below:
To purchase Treasuries, I would go to the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia and open an account. There would be commissions or fees that way. Another important point about Treasuries -- they pay the interest in a "discount" sort-of way. (Which means you get paid your interest in advance.)
The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia is located at Ten Independence Mall, on the corner of 6th and Arch St. The front entrance (on 6th St.) is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. At other times, visitors should enter from the employee entrance on 7th St.
Telephone
The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia's main telephone number is (215) 574-6000.
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